Military-Connected Student Guide

Qualifications:

Minimum overall GPA of 2.6

Be a Military-Connected Student on a Federal level educational benefit (Active duty military, Veteran, ROTC cadet, Spouse or Family Member on a Federal benefit such as Post 9-11 GI Bill ® or active duty Tuition Assistance)

TXST student for minimum of 2 semesters

Strong interpersonal skills

An active and involved member of the Texas State Community

Responsibilities:

Assist military-connected students

Help students become familiar with Veterans Affairs, university and community benefits and resources

Advise and refer students to appropriate resources as the need arises

Schedule face-to-face meetings as required

Hold office hours

Record contact and submit Weekly Activity Sheets

Attend and encourage attendance at VATS, Veteran events and University activities

Attend a weekly meeting with the Guide Coordinator

Participate in all Guide training

Compensation:

Military-Connected Student Guide receive a wage of $8.25/hour and work 5 to 20 hours a week. $7.25/hour of this is provided by The Veterans Administration under a work-study program and is tax exempt.